Utility Savings Initiative

The Utility Savings Initiative (USI), within the DEQ Energy Group, provides a comprehensive approach to managing utility use and costs in North Carolina state, universities, agencies, community colleges, local government and K-12 public education facilities. USI is also responsible for overseeing the Performance Contracting process for governmental units. Contact Len Hoeyat 919-707-9250 or len.hoey@ncdenr.gov for assistance and more information.

Waste Reduction Partners

Waste Reduction Partners (WRP) is a group of retired engineers, chemists and professionals that are available to help improve environmental, energy and water management through on-site assessments. Contact Russ Jordan at (828) 251-7477 or rjordan@wrpnc.org to get started!